Leonie Wright
Springwood,NSW
Summary
Results-driven Risk Assessment Officer with over 17 years of experience in case management and stakeholder engagement. Expertise in analytical assessments and effective communication, facilitating safe community reintegration for individuals transitioning from custody.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Risk Assessment Officer
Office of the Children's Guardian- Working with Children Check
Sydney
12.2008 - Current
- Provided specialist case management and welfare support to inmates with disabilities, coordinating services to improve wellbeing while balancing operational and security requirements.
- Prepared comprehensive assessments for inmates transitioning from custody to supported accommodation, identifying individual needs, risks and support requirements to facilitate safe and effective community reintegration.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
Probation Parole Officer
Corrective Services NSW
Mount Druitt and Bankstown
2004 - 2007
- Managed offenders in the community through assessment, supervision and intervention, balancing community safety with offender rehabilitation
- Conducted assessments to evaluate offender risk and rehabilitation needs.
- Developed individualised case plans for offenders to support their reintegration.
- Prepared complex assessment reports, including pre-sentence reports, breach reports and submissions to the State Parole Authority, analysing relevant information, assessing risk and providing evidence -based recommendations to support juridical and statutory decision-making
Child Protection Caseworker
Department of Communities and Justic
Mount Druit, Lakemba, Newtown, Bankstown
1998 - 2004
- Investigation child protection concerns completed risk assessments and worked collaboratively with families, police, health professionals and community agencies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.
- Facilitated and supervised contact visits between children and parents ensuring interactions occurred in a safe, supportive and child-focused environment.
- Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
Accommodation Support Worker
Interaction Disability Services
Baulkham Hills
1997 - 1997
- Provided person-centered support to people with disabilities, promoting independence, community participation and quality of life.
- Assisted individuals with personal care and daily living tasks, enhancing their autonomy and well-being.
- Supported residents in accessing community resources, participating in social activities, and attending appointments.
- Documented case notes accurately to ensure comprehensive support and continuity of care.
- Advocated for dignity, inclusion, rights, and choice for people with disabilities, fostering a respectful and empowering environment.
Education
Certificate IV in Government Investigations (Regulatory Compliance) -
Sydney Institute of Professional Studies
Sydney, NSW03-2025
Statement of Completion - Principles of Sex Offender Management
Department of Corrective Services
Brush Farm Academy 09-2005
Correctional Practice Certificate IV - Correctional Practice
Vocational Training
Brush Farm Academy 03-2005
Sober Driver Program - Statement of Attendance
Corrective Services
Brush Farm Academy 11-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Welfare Studies
Western Sydney Macarthur University
Milperra, NSW04-1998
Associate Diploma in Social Science - Associate Diploma in Social Science
Blacktown Technical College
Blacktown, NSW12-1995
Statement of Attainment - Welfare Studeis
TAFE NSW
Granville, NSW07-1991
Higher School Certificate -
Bonnyrigg High School
Bonnyrigg12-1990
Skills
- Case management
- Risk assessment
- Report writing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Report preparation
- Stakeholder management
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal communication
Timeline
Risk Assessment Officer
Office of the Children's Guardian- Working with Children Check
12.2008 - Current
Probation Parole Officer
Corrective Services NSW
2004 - 2007
Child Protection Caseworker
Department of Communities and Justic
1998 - 2004
Accommodation Support Worker
Interaction Disability Services
1997 - 1997
Certificate IV in Government Investigations (Regulatory Compliance) -
Sydney Institute of Professional Studies
Statement of Completion - Principles of Sex Offender Management
Department of Corrective Services
Correctional Practice Certificate IV - Correctional Practice
Vocational Training
Sober Driver Program - Statement of Attendance
Corrective Services
Bachelor of Arts - Welfare Studies
Western Sydney Macarthur University
Associate Diploma in Social Science - Associate Diploma in Social Science
Blacktown Technical College
Statement of Attainment - Welfare Studeis
TAFE NSW
Higher School Certificate -
Bonnyrigg High School